Linda King Newell

Linda King Newell (January 16, 1941 – February 12, 2023) was an American historian and author.

Newell co-authored the 1984 book entitled, Mormon Enigma: Emma Hale Smith, with Valeen Tippetts Avery. During this time (1982–86) she was editor of the scholarly Mormon periodical entitled, Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought, with her husband L. Jackson Newell, a professor at the University of Utah, who also would serve as president of Deep Springs College.

Early life and education Linda King was born on January 16, 1941, to Foisy Earl King and Pearl King in Richfield, Utah. She grew up in Fillmore, Utah, and attended the Southern Utah University, studying art and education on a scholarship. She graduated in 1963.

Professional positions Newell served as president of the John Whitmer Historical Association in 1988 and the Mormon History Association from 1996 to 1997. Recognized as a scholar in the field of feminism, her work gained acclaim.

Death She died on February 12, 2023, at the age of 82.

Publications Mormon Enigma: Emma Hale Smith, Prophet's Wife, Elect Lady, Polygamy's Foe. Doubleday Publishing, September 1984. . The Historical Relationship of Mormon Woman and Priesthood, In: Maxine Hanks ed. Women and Authority, 1992, pp. 23 – 48.